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athletic contest. Under the direction of Yell Leaders,
Aggies show their support for the team by shouting Aggie yells with
spirit and singing Aggie songs with pride.
The
first Midnight Yell Practice was conceived as a lark by a small group of Aggies
in 1932.
Just before the t.u. game that year a handful of Aggies
congregated in Puryear Hall.
One of the group suggested having Fish in the nearby dorms fall out and
snake around the campus, ending with a yell practice in front of the
The small band of tradition makers planted flares around the building
the rousted the Corps.
Even the Band showed up and Midnight Yell Practice was born.
After
every home game, a yell practice is held to get ready for the next game.
If the Aggie Team is victories, freshman students escort the yell
leaders to the Fish Pond
across from All Faiths Chapel and hold yell practice in that
area.
If unfortunately the team is out outscored, the fans remain in the
stands and the yell practice is held there.
Aggie Yell Practice creates a strong sense of pride in all who
participate.